Men Handling Hot Magnesium Ingot with Protective Mittens 1943

Men in protective asbestos mittens manage large quantities of hot magnesium ingots at Basic Magnesiums facility in southern Nevada. The image dates to 1943, highlighting the critical safety protocols adopted during World War II for workers in magnesium production. Magnesium played a vital role in military applications, contributing to aircraft manufacturing and munitions.

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